2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Because 1972 Ford Torino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Torino (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1972 Ford Torino | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Lucerne | Torino |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 5752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1707 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |